Cool, clear, glowing skin in excessive heat
Mangosteen and Watermelon are both PERFECT for this heat, so this week the spotlight is on both these items: * Watermelon Cooling Face Mist: For: Instant refresh and dehydration Blend ½ cup seedless watermelon, strain juice, and mix with 01 tablespoon rose water. Pour into spray bottle, and keep in fridge. Spray on face and […]
This week's spotlight features Watermelon and Mangosteen as ideal fruits for overcoming the sweltering heat.
Watermelon Cooling Face Mist can be prepared by blending half a cup of seedless watermelon, straining the juice and mixing it with a tablespoon of rose water. This refreshing blend should be stored in a spray bottle and applied to the face and neck whenever one feels hot.
For a brighter complexion with reduced dark spots and pigmentation, a Mangosteen Peel and Yoghurt Brightening Mask can be tried. The process involves drying two to three mangosteen peels in the sun, grinding them into a fine powder, and mixing it with two tablespoons of plain yoghurt. Apply this mask to the face, avoiding the eye area, and wash it off with cool water after fifteen minutes.
Watermelon and Aloe Vera Soothing Gel is recommended for sunburn, prickly heat, and oily skin. The mixture comprises three tablespoons of fresh watermelon juice, two tablespoons of aloe vera gel, and three drops of lemon. This gel should be chilled before application on the face and neck, even sunburned arms. It is recommended to rinse off after twenty minutes.
For acne-prone skin, the Mangosteen and Honey Anti-Acne Spot Treatment is suggested. Mix half a teaspoon of mangosteen peel powder with one teaspoon of honey and dab only on the pimples or spots. Leave it for ten minutes, then wash off.
Lastly, Watermelon and Mangosteen Ice Cube Toner helps in managing open pores, puffiness, and to achieve a radiant glow. A blend of quarter cup watermelon and two teaspoons of mangosteen juice should be poured into an ice tray and frozen. The frozen cube can be wrapped in a cotton fabric and gently glided on the face in upward strokes in the mornings.
It is crucial to conduct a patch test, especially with mangosteen peel, as it can be potent. Always ensure the face is clean before applying any of these treatments and remember to wash the face with a mild cleanser and pat it dry after use. Fresh fruits should be used and the mixtures stored in the fridge for a maximum of three days.
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